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A new drug could have a major impact on Alzheimer's patients going forward, according to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.

Results released earlier this week show that the drug donanemab can slow cognitive decline by roughly one-third, something Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan CEO Joanne Bracken says could be significant.

"I think this is a really exciting development," said Bracken. "After 20 years of no Alzheimer's drugs making it to a Phase 3 clinical trial, this drug has made it that far. And very very exciting that there are positive results."

A new drug could have a major impact on Alzheimer's patients going forward, according to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.

Results released earlier this week show that the drug donanemab can slow cognitive decline by roughly one third, something Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan CEO Joanne Bracken says could be significant.

"I think this is a really exciting development," said Bracken. "After 20 years of no Alzheimer's drugs making it to a Phase 3 clinical trial, this drug has made it that far. And very very exciting that there's positive results."

Your family and your pets aren't the only things to keep a close eye on during an extreme heat wave like the one currently gripping southeast Saskatchewan.

CARSTAR owner Bill Fonstad says 30 plus degree temperatures can increase the likelihood of your vehicle's engine overheating. 

A new drug could have a major impact on Alzheimer's patients going forward, according to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.

Results released earlier this week show that the drug donanemab can slow cognitive decline by roughly one third, something Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan CEO Joanne Bracken says could be significant.

"I think this is a really exciting development," said Bracken. "After 20 years of no Alzheimer drugs making it to a Phase 3 clinical trial, this drug has made it that far. And very very exciting that there's positive results."

Traffic enforcement officers in Saskatchewan were busy in June, according to numbers released by SGI Wednesday morning.

SGI said there were 1,097 distracted driving offences, including 970 for using a mobile phone while driving. That is the highest number of distracted driving offences reported in a single month all year. It's also the first time the monthly number has exceeded 1,000 since 2019, SGI said.

There are a few things motorists in Saskatchewan should be aware of when it comes to tinted windows on vehicles, SGI says.

"In Saskatchewan, the use of aftermarket window tinting or sunscreen or reflective material, other than that applied by the glass manufacturer, is prohibited on both the windshield and front side windows of a vehicle," said SGI Spokesperson Tyler McMurchy.

McMurchy said they do receive questions about the topic from time to time. He says the issue of tinted windows is largely a safety concern.

Saskatchewan RCMP is shedding more light on the issue and crime of human trafficking after a disturbing case surfaced in the province last week.

The Mounties announced Thursday they had laid charges following revelations that a woman who relocated to Saskatchewan was being forced to work 10-12 hour days seven days a week while living in a dimly lit, unfinished basement.

RCMP Superintendent Glenn Church says they've noticed a disturbing trend as of late.

More people are working in Saskatchewan than ever before, according to the provincial government.

A release sent out Friday indicated that Saskatchewan has added 3,300 jobs over the last year, putting the unemployment rate at 4.7 per cent.

There are currently 604,700 people working today in Saskatchewan, the province said, with Regina and Saskatoon seeing record levels of employment.

Minot is set to host the North Dakota State Fair later this month, which is always a popular draw for Canadians, especially those in southeast Saskatchewan due to its proximity.

Renae Korslien, the manager of the North Dakota State Fair, said organizers are expecting a good contingent of Canadians again this year.

Saskatchewan RCMP are shedding more light on the issue and crime of human trafficking after a disturbing case surfaced in the province last week.

The Mounties announced Thursday they had laid charges following revelations that a woman who relocated to Saskatchewan was being forced to work 10-12 hour days seven days a week while living in a dimly lit, unfinished basement.

RCMP Superintendent Glenn Church says they've noticed a disturbing trend as of late.